Chrism: Either olive oil for a mixture of olive oil an balsam consecrated by a bishop, which may be used in Baptism, Confirmations, and Ordinations. To be distinguished from the oil of unction, which maybe blessed by a priest or bishop and which is used in Ministration to the Sick. In some dioceses, the clergy gather with their bishop for a special Eucharist o Maundy Thursday, at which oil is consecrated for all parishes at one time.
Chrismation: Act of anointing someone with the oil of chrism. Ciborium: A chalice-shaped vessel with a lid for holding and transporting wafers when they are used as a container for the consecrated bread in a tabernacle or aumbry, when keeping the reserved sacrament on hand is part of the tradition of a parish. It may also be used as a bread box containing unconsecrated wafers brought forward at the Offertory and presented to the celebrant by a member of the congregation. Ciboria often come with matching chalices in sets. Cincture: A rope of sash in a color to match the cassock or alb which it binds at the waist. Usually the cincture is tied with a simple slip knot on the left side and allowed to hang, but the celebrant knots his or her cincture in the middle and forms a loop on either side of the knot, creating an opening through which the ends of a stole pass to secure the stole so that it will not flap around during the actions taken by the celebrant during the Eucharist. The cincture may have knots or tassels at the ends; it is also called a girdle. Cruet: The vessel in which wine or water is brought to the altar; usually made of silver, glass, or pottery, with a stopper. As we make the turn toward fall, we look forward to a visit from Bishop Sean who will be here in Titusville on Sunday, September 11th to confirm Aaron Scott, Kim Mott, A.J. Scott and Richard Orner. Jan Carr will also be received into the Episcopal Church. Please keep these individuals in your prayers as they prepare for this important event in their faith journey. The Rt. Rev. Sean Rowe was ordained bishop of Northwestern Pennsylvania in 2007. He is known for his research and work on organizational learning and adaptive performance in the context of the church, and he earned a Ph.D. candidate in organizational learning and leadership at Gannon University in Erie, PA. Bishop Rowe serves as parliamentarian for the House of Bishops, chair of the Episcopal Church Building Fund, and the Council of Advice to the President of the House of Deputies. He is married to Carly Rowe, a Christian educator, and they have a daughter, Lauren. The Titusville Lions Club announces its annual AMBA Wellness blood screening which will be on October 1st from 6a.m.-10 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 216 N. Franklin Street in Titusville. The Wellness blood screening has been sponsored by the Titusville Lions Club since 1992. Testing results cover anemia, diabetes, coronary, liver and kidney diseases as well as other critical factors affecting one’s health. A broad spectrum of testing for a nominal cost has been ideal for senior citizens, those without insurance or the underinsured have benefited greatly from this event. Optional tests are at an additional cost and require a physician’s order.
Spaces are available by calling AMBA toll free 1-800-234-8888 from 8:30 a.m. -5:00 p.m.-Monday-Friday. All results are confidential and are forwarded to them and their family MD. Callers must have their doctor’s name and address to schedule a time for this event; personal physician authorization is required. In order to assure accurate results, a fast for 13 hours prior to having blood samples drawn is required. Participants are reminded they must bring two checks at the time of service, one for AMBA and the other payable to the Titusville Lions Club. This change was a result of the HIPPA regulations which prohibits AMBA from accepting payment for the sponsoring organization. It seems like it was only yesterday and we were celebrating Memorial Day Weekend. I was preparing, planting and cleaning flowerbeds, power washing decks and house all the things we take care to enjoy the summer and all the glorious weather it brings. Now we are approaching Labor Day weekend and I will begin to prepare flowerbeds for the winter and the deck furniture will be put away for the winter season.
I have attempted in this article to reflect on happenings that have impacted our St. James family this summer. The St. James family has been dealing with the deaths and funerals of Jeannie Schlosser, Bill Sallaway and Dick Jameson in the month of June. They were all devoted parishioners at St. James. We were fortunate to have them with us and they will not be forgotten. They were joyful celebrations this summer also. We held our annual service/picnic on Sunday, June 5 at Drake Well Park. It rained a little but the sun came out during the service. We sent 12 youth from St. James to church camp. After much anticipation this summer, we were fortunate to have the weather cooperate on Sunday, August 28 for a youth (and others) river float down the Allegheny River. We rented kayaks and canoes from OARS outfitters in Franklin. Some folks brought their own kayaks and canoes along for the trip. We had a total of 15 participants. After approximately a 2 hour trip down the river to Martha's house, we were greeted by additional parishioners of the church for a cookout along with many other great dishes provided by parishioners. We were blessed to have the weather cooperate so that the youth could enjoy this special event before they return to school. We also anticipate another spiritually rewarding experience for the youth beginning sometime in Sept. for the Tuesday school program. Thanks to all for making this summer full of wonderful memories for the youth in our congregation!! |
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